Caldwell High School is a public high school located in the city of Caldwell, Texas and classified as a 4A school by the UIL. It is a part of the Caldwell Independent School District located in central Burleson County. Caldwell High School serves students in northern and western Burleson County, Texas.
Serving 592 students in grades 9-12, Caldwell High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 592 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Caldwell High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Caldwell High School's student population of 592 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
592 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Colors
White, Orange
School Rankings
Caldwell High School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Caldwell High School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1433 out of 8188 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
40%
53%
Black
6%
13%
White
48%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hornet
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Caldwell High School's ranking?
Caldwell High School is ranked #1433 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Caldwell High School?
The graduation rate of Caldwell High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Caldwell High School?
592 students attend Caldwell High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Caldwell High School students are White, 40% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Caldwell High School?
Caldwell High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Caldwell High School offer ?
Caldwell High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Caldwell High School part of?
Caldwell High School is part of Caldwell Independent School District.
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